Northwest Vietnam Off-Road Motorbike Tour
The Northwest Vietnam Off-Road Motorbike Tour is one of the most challenging and rewarding riding experiences in Southeast Asia, built for experienced riders who want to go far beyond the typical tourist routes. This multi-day expedition takes you deep into the remote mountains of Northern Vietnam, where dirt trails, jungle tracks, river crossings, and high mountain passes define the journey.
Duration: 7–10 Days | Start: Hanoi
Ride Type: 70–80% Off-Road | Level: Experienced Riders Only
Motorbike Type: Honda CRF 250L | Honda CRF 300L
Northwest Vietnam Off-Road Motorbike Tour Adventure Ride
Unlike more developed routes like Ha Giang, this Vietnam off-road motorbike adventure focuses on raw terrain and true exploration. Riders will navigate single track trails, isolated ethnic minority villages, and untouched landscapes rarely seen by travelers. With full support from Cuong’s Motorbike Adventure, including guide and mechanic, this is a serious off-road expedition designed for those seeking a real dirt bike experience in Vietnam.
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Tour Cost:
| Motorbike | Motorbike |
|---|---|
| Honda CRF 250L | Honda CRF 300L |
| 1944$ USD | 2090$ USD |
All-inclusive: Northwest Off-road Tour Prices are in $USD, All inclusive and based on Per Person on tour. Single rooms where possible, Homestay nights, Overnight soft sleeper train tickets Lao Cai – Hanoi. For experienced off-road riders.
Support vehicle available on request at an additional cost per group including fuel and driver.
Optional extras:
- Support Vehicle: 110$ USD per day including driver, petrol & expenses
- 3Rd party liability coverage 30$ USD Per Day
- Comprehensive damage insurance Honda CRF 30$ USD per day
- Airport Pickup 15$ USD per group per way
Northwest off-road Rides
On our rides to the northwest, we finish the tours in the border town of Lao Cai. Once in Lao Cai, we provide overnight soft sleeper train tickets back to Hanoi. the cost of shipping the bikes and on the train and overnight soft sleeper is 100$ USD and is included in our price above.
Why this tour is different
Our Northwest Vietnam off-road motorbike tours are built for real riders. With a dedicated guide and mechanic, flexible riding pace, and access to remote trails far beyond standard routes, this is a true expedition—not a tourist ride.
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We take the overnight train for the following reasons:
We want to spend the most time on tour driving through Vietnam’ mountains instead of spending the last day of your ride on the flat, busy highway back to Hanoi.
The roads closer to Hanoi and its suburbs’ are busy and dangerous. Trucks, buses, cars and other motorbikes make the entry back into Hanoi during rush hour a nerve-racking experience.
At the Lao Cai Train station, we have a guest house to take a shower, eat a nice meal and have a few beers with your friends to decompress after the ride, the train compartments are 4 berth soft sleepers with A/C. The train departs Lao Cai at 8:30 pm and arrives in Hanoi at 6:30 am.
You save money because you don’t have to pay for a hotel room in Hanoi on the last day of the ride.
We put the motorbikes in the baggage car of the train and make our way back to Hanoi. When we arrive in Hanoi we collect the bikes from the train and drive through the quiet streets of Hanoi as the city wakes up to our garage (approx. 15 min.). There we park the bikes and transfer you to the hotel or arrange airport transfer (garage is approx. 40min to Airport).
Riding Difficulty
This is a challenging off-road motorbike tour designed for experienced riders only. The route includes steep mountain climbs, river crossings, loose gravel, mud tracks, and remote single track sections. Daily riding ranges from 6–8 hours depending on terrain and conditions.
Terrain Breakdown
- 80% off-road (dirt trails, jungle tracks, single track)
- 20% paved mountain roads
- Frequent river crossings
- Remote ethnic minority villages
- High mountain passes and deep valleys
Route Overview (8 Days)
Tour Start and Finish: Hanoi Nearest Airport: Noi Bai International Airport Have any questions Click here to learn more about our tours. The steep mountains of the Hoang Lien Son range have a wide variety of ethnic minority people that have made its river valleys and hillsides their home. Over the centuries, local people have carved spectacular rice terraces into the mountains, and their small settlements are now connected by dramatic passes. There are a fantastic dirt road and single track that criss-cross throughout this region and this 8 days take it all in. Visit our scheduled departures page to see if you can join a group heading out to Northwest Vietnam. Join our extreme motorcycle tour for experienced riders only.
Why Choose This Northwest Vietnam Off-Road Tour
- real off-road (not tourist routes)
- remote regions
- Laos border riding
Who This Tour Is For
- experienced riders
- off-road capable
- adventure travelers
Highlights of the Northwest Vietnam Ride
- Pu Luong
- Moc Chau
- Mu Cang Chai
- Sapa
- Black River crossings
Northwest Off-road Tour 8D 8N Our all-inclusive prices cover:
- Motorcycle: Honda CRF 250L, Honda CRF 300L or Honda CB500X
- Petrol, Oil, and maintenance
- All meals and non-alcoholic beverages
- Accommodation in local guesthouses, hotels Single rooms or homestays
- English-speaking guide
- All fees, tolls, and National Park entrance tickets
- Helmets: Full-face and open-face
- Padded Motorcycle jackets & Motorcycle pants
- Rain pants and Poncho
- Dry bag and tie-downs
- Overnight soft-sleeper train Lao Cai to Hanoi
- Motorbike shipping Lao Cai to Hanoi
- Transfer from our garage to your hotel in Hanoi
What’s Not Included:
Free Cuong's T-shirt and Moto-X jersery included on tour
Our Bikes:
Riding Gear Included on Tour
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Drivers License:
We require that you have your home country motorbike licence to join on one of our tours. You must have personal health insurance or Travel insurance that covers Motorbike in Vietnam to cover you in case of accident or illness. Please have a look at World Nomads who offer travel insurance that covers Vietnam. Please Contact us for more information and recommended insurance providers. To drive a Ural sidecar motorbike on tour you must have a sidecar licence and sidecar driving experience.
Passports and Visa
You must have a valid passport with 6 months before the expiry date to obtain a Vietnam tourist visa. We can arrange a visa on arrival letter please have (2) 3 x 4cm photos, and bring $USD to pay the visa fee at immigration at the airport, rates vary per country. Here is the latest visa information online. please contact us for more information or consult your local Vietnamese embassy or consulate to see the tours visa requirements.
Comprehensive Damage Insurance Optional:
Our insurance policy covers lost, theft or any damage to the motorbike caused by an accident or fall, you will be fully covered in-case the bike is damaged beyond repair. The policy excludes any, personal medical insurance, liability to other vehicles or injury caused to another party. Contact us for full coverage and details.
| Motorbike | Additional Cost $US |
|---|---|
| Honda CRF 250cc | 150$ per 6 day tour |
| Honda XR 150cc | 120$ per 6 day tour |
| Ural 650cc solo or Sidecar | 150$ per 6 day tour |
Northwest Vietnam off-road – 8D 8N
Ride an 8-day Northwest Vietnam off-road motorbike tour through Pu Luong, Moc Chau, Mu Cang Chai and Sapa. Remote trails, mountains and expert-guided adventure.
Hanoi • Pu Luong • Mai Chau • Moc Chau • Tram Tau • Ngoc Chien • Mu Can Chai • Sapa • Lao Cai • Hanoi
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